Supplies:
- Crayola Crayons
- Canvas
- Hot Glue Gun
- Painter's Tape
- Hair Dryer
CIY Staff Tips:
- This craft uses a hot glue gun and a hair dryer. Adult assistance required.
- Use a friend or family member’s initial if you’d like to give the canvas art as a gift!
Steps:
1
Line up crayons of your choice to span the length of the canvas.
2
Ask an adult to attach crayons to canvas with hot glue gun.
3
Create the first letter of your name on the canvas using painter’s tape.
4
In a well-ventilated area, prop canvas up on protected surface. Secure canvas so that it remains in a standing position.
5
With an adult’s help, aim hair dryer downward at crayons.
6
Move slowly back and forth until crayons are melted in a dripping pattern, covering painter’s tape. Let cool 15 minutes.
7
Carefully peel off painter’s tape to reveal letter resist.
8
Display your colourful melted crayon art!
Occasion:
National Crayon Day,
Décor & Accessories,
Rainy Day Crafts
Age:
8+,
Tween+,
Adult
